Mechatronics Engineer

Lear; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automotive technology leader in Coventry is seeking a Mechatronic Engineer to drive manufacturing innovation and integrate advanced technologies. This hands-on role requires 3+ years of experience in an innovation environment and a strong background in systems integration. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to develop solutions that enhance efficiency and productivity in manufacturing operations.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Access to learning and development opportunities

Opportunities to give back to the community

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an Innovation environment developing automated initiatives.
• Willingness to travel for deployment support.
• Strong analytical skills to understand business processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate mechanical, electronic, and software components into robotic systems.
• Advance prototype systems into scalable solutions ready for industrialization.
• Ensure all solutions comply with company and industry standards.

Skills

Systems Integration

Analytical thinking

Fluency in English

Confidence in presenting

Communication skills

Education

Master's in a related engineering field

Bachelor's degree with relevant work experience

Job description

Job Title: Mechatronic Engineer

Location: Coventry

Driving the future of automotive. We’re Lear For You.

Company Overview

Lear, a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, enables superior in-vehicle experiences for consumers around the world. Our diverse team of more than 165,000 talented employees in 37 countries is driven by a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. Lear is Making every drive better™ by providing the technology for safer, smarter, and more comfortable journeys. Lear, headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, serves every major automaker in the world and ranks #186 on the Fortune 500. Further information about Lear is available at lear.com, or follow us on Twitter @LearCorporation

Position overview

The Mechatronic Engineer will drive activities within Lear’s regional Innovation Hub under the umbrella of the companies EU & Africa Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering team. This is a unique opportunity for a Mechatronic Engineer to work closely with Subject Matter Experts from Manufacturing, Logistics, Quality and IT departments as well as dedicated Innovation / Project Engineers to drive the concept and lead the delivery of applied technologies / Industry 4.0 initiatives into Lear’s regional operation. The ideal candidate will have a background in manufacturing innovation through technology and processes, with a focus on integrating and deploying advanced technologies to drive efficiency, quality, and productivity in manufacturing operations. This is a hands‑on, lab‑based position, ideal for someone who loves practical problem‑solving, experimentation, and engineering craftsmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• System Design & Integration: Develop and integrate mechanical, electronic, and software components into functional robotic systems. Design control systems for automation and feedback loops.
• Automation Development and testing: Advance prototype systems into scalable solutions ready for industrialisation. Program PLCs and industrial automation systems. Implement robotic workflows. Build and test robotic prototypes using microcontrollers, sensors, actuators and embedded systems. Conduct simulations and validate performance using modelling tools. Identify and assess technologies on emerging robotics platforms, sensors and automation tools. Encourage continuous learning and stay updated with the latest technological advancements.
• Compliance and Security: Ensure all solutions comply with company and industry standards, regulations, and security protocols including proper documentation and intellectual property protection.
• Collaboration and Innovation: Work closely with the team to co‑develop intelligent products and contribute to ideation, feasibility studies and technical workshops.

Key skills and Qualifications

• Confidence in presenting and interfacing with senior stakeholders from multi-cultural backgrounds and functional disciplines
• Willingness and flexibility to occasionally travel within the role to support the deployment of developed initiatives
• Systems Integration: Ability to integrate various systems and technologies
• Analytical and critical thinking: Strong analytical skills to understand business processes and requirements.
• 3+ years of experience of operating within an Innovation environment working to develop and deploy automated initiatives into manufacturing
• Ideally a Masters in a related engineering / technical field although Bachelor’s degree with relevant work experience may be considered
• Excellent communication skills with an ability and willingness to work cross functionally with multidisciplinary teams
• Fluency in English language both written and verbal.

Why Lear

We offer a fantastic place to work, opportunity to grow and being part of a company who places its people first.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Access to Learning and development opportunities
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world

Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.

Applicants must submit their resumes for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.